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Are You the Moon or the Sun?

Artimis Charvet

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About This Quiz

The tales of the sun and the moon are varied throughout history and cultures. Nevertheless, the similarities of the sun ruling the sky and the moon steadfast among the stars are similar in many of them. How do you picture the sun? As a protector? Or as the life of the party? How about the moon? Do you imagine it as a warm cup of tea or a supportive friend? In this quiz, we will provide questions that reveal your likes and dislikes then match the answers to the type of celestial object that describes you best.

From the Native American Indians to the Aztecs in Central Mexico, and from the Egyptian “Re” to the Greek and Roman “Apollo,” the sun has taken on many different faces. It can be a demon, god, or mischievous spirit, whereas the moon is a calming influence among the stars as well as a calendar for planting and harvesting. Do you see your personality traits in either of these descriptions? Let us help you reveal your inner sun or moon. Take this quiz now, and you may look up in the sky tomorrow and give a knowing wink. Click the button below to start your quiz.

How long do you usually sleep?

Six hours or less.

Between seven and eight hours.

Nine hours or more.

Honestly, I don't sleep that much.

What do you believe will take you the farthest in life?

Faith.

Hard work.

A creative outlook.

Solid plans for the future.

What do you find the most difficult on any given day?

Making it through the day.

Waking up in the morning.

Going to sleep at night.

Staying awake during the day.

How do you like your coffee?

Full of sugar and cream!

Black.

I prefer Lattes.

I don't like coffee.

Which meal are you most likely to skip?

Breakfast.

Lunch.

Dinner.

I don't skip meals.

What would you rather be doing right now?

Making money.

Relaxing.

Reading.

Napping.

How often do you exercise?

Never.

Rarely.

Sometimes.

Daily.

What kind of activities do you prefer?

I like outdoor activities.

I like indoor activities.

A bit of both.

I am an inactive kind of person.

Is fashion important to you?

Of course!

There is no time for that.

Only for special occasions.

Not really.

How do you like your chocolate?

Milk.

Dark.

White.

Fruit flavored.

Which of these high adrenaline activities would you enjoy?

Sex.

Speed racing.

Escaping from a dangerous situation.

Boxing.

Which board game do you usually win?

Monopoly.

Risk.

Life.

Chess.

What are your thoughts on therapy?

It's a good way to make some cash.

It's waste of time.

We are sensitive creatures.

I've never needed it.

Which war would you liked to have fought in?

The French Revolution.

The Franco-Prussian war.

The English Civil War.

The Spanish Civil War.

Do you get along with your parents?

Not really.

Yes.

They're kind of boring.

I'm the perfect daughter.

When is it acceptable to lie?

Anytime, as long no one finds out.

Only white lies are okay.

For the most part never, unless it might save someone's life.

It's never okay to lie.

A stranger needs your help, what do you do?

You go out of your way to help them.

You help but expect something in return.

You just ignore them and walk on by.

If you were convicted of a crime you didn't commit, what would you do?

Hatch an escape plan and go into hiding.

Kick everyone's ass while being taken down.

Act insane in the hopes of being acquitted.

Adopt a secret identity.

Which do you enjoy most?

Flirting.

Talking.

Dancing.

Reading.

What item do you never leave home without?

Your cell phone.

Tissues.

Tea bags.

Sweetener.

If you die, where do you think you will go?

I'll be reincarnated.

Heaven.

Hell.

Who cares?

How does the world end?

With a bang.

With a fly buzzing.

With bliss.

With love.

How many credit cards do you have?

One.

Two.

Between three and five.

None.

How do you feel about saving the world?

I'm on it!

I don't have time to think of others.

I'm pretty busy but I am sure I'll find time.

Hopefully someone else will save it.

Where can someone find you in the mall?

In the movie theater.

Roaming the food court.

Shopping for clothes.

I don't really go to the mall.

What kind of books do you like most?

Romance.

Self-Help.

Biography.

Do It Yourself.

Have you ever written poetry?

Yes, I am a poet.

No, I've better things to write about.

I mostly just read poetry.

I honestly don't write much at all.

Which "Les Miserables" lyric best describes you?

"In my life, there are so many questions and answers that somehow seem wrong."

"On my own, pretending he's beside me."

"Who am I?"

"I dreamed a dream in time gone by when hope was high and life worth living."

If you were to star in a movie, what role would you have?

I'd be the villain.

I'd be the outcast.

I'd be the hero.

I'd be the popular one.

Are you more logical or creative?

Logical.

Creative.

A bit of both.

Depends on what I am working on..

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